The fastest female MSP was Conservative Margaret Mitchell, who travelled 2.50km and was presented with her yellow jersey by the Presiding Officer Ken Macintosh MSP at a Holyrood reception.

Poppyscotland Chief Executive Mark Bibbey said: “This was another hugely successful event, and we’d like to thank all of the MSPs who joined in.

"While there were lots of laughs and banter, it was another important opportunity for Poppyscotland to highlight the issues facing the Armed Forces community and remind our politicians why the Scottish Poppy Appeal continues to be so vitally important in raising funds to support them.”

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He added: "Poppyscotland is the only charity officially recognised by the Scottish Parliament and I would like to express my thanks to the Presiding Officer for hosting our Poppy Ride and reception events."